August weather forecastKetereh, Malaysia

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Ketereh, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low of 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Ketereh's average high-temperature is noted with the start of August, touching a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F) from July's 33.1°C (91.6°F). Ketereh observes an average low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) during August nights.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

April through August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Ketereh, Malaysia, in August, during 27.8 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ketereh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 275.1 days and collects up to 1649mm (64.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of August in Ketereh, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:18 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Ketereh, the average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ketereh. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.